A carefully curated experience, day by day
The GESE 2025 program has been designed to balance strategic depth with cultural immersion. Over the course of several days, participants will engage in high-level, facilitated discussions while also discovering the unique beauty, traditions, and gastronomy of Asturias. This is not just a summit—it’s an experience that unfolds gradually, encouraging meaningful connections and lasting insights in an exceptional setting.
Program Overview
Wednesday, October 29
Arrival & Coastal Welcome
Participants will be welcomed at Asturias Airport (OVD) and transferred by private vehicles arranged by the organization to the summit’s venue, the elegant Hotel Palacio de Luces, nestled between the mountains and the sea.
In the afternoon, we invite you to ease into the GESE experience with a gentle walk and gastronomic discovery in the nearby fishing village of Lastres—a picturesque coastal enclave where tradition, nature, and flavor converge to welcome the group.
Thursday, October 30
First Day of Strategic Sessions & Gala Dinner in Gijón
GESE’s working sessions will take place in the Hotel Palacio de Luces, which will be exclusively reserved for participants throughout the summit. This private and inspiring setting offers ideal conditions for strategic reflection, exchange, and collaboration.
Participants will engage in facilitated discussions on the most relevant challenges and opportunities in the future of digital entertainment.
In the evening, the group will travel to Gijón, a vibrant coastal city, for a refined gala dinner that blends local sophistication with the warmth of Asturian hospitality.
Friday, October 31
Second Day of Strategic Sessions & Traditional Closing Dinner
The summit continues with a second full day of strategic sessions at the hotel, providing space to deepen key discussions, align visions, and advance shared goals for the industry.
In the evening, participants will gather in a traditional Asturian llagar—a cider house rooted in the heart of local culture—for a festive closing dinner. This memorable night will celebrate not only the journey and connections made, but also the richness of Asturian heritage in a setting full of authenticity, music, and conviviality.
Ideas flourish where nature meets reflection
Saturday, November 1
Optional Picos de Europa Experience
Participants will have the opportunity to extend their stay with an optional cultural and gastronomic journey through the heart of Asturias. This private experience is available upon prior registration and additional cost, and invites guests to slow down, connect with the land, and discover why this region has inspired culinary explorers and storytellers from around the world.
This curated day trip includes:
A guided excursion into the Picos de Europa, with a visit to the legendary Cabrales Cheese Caves, followed by a tasting deep inside the mountain.
Lunch at Molín de Mingo, a countryside restaurant hidden in the Asturian hills, celebrated for its seasonal cuisine and simplicity.
Dinner at the internationally acclaimed Güeyu Mar, where fire meets the finest seafood on the Asturian coast—a place once praised by Anthony Bourdain as one of his most unforgettable dining experiences.
An additional night of accommodation (Saturday, November 1)
Reservations can be made during the registration process and are subject to availability.
